Vocabulary
Stigma
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
A mark of guilt or disgrace
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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Through a combination of political commitment, widespread testing, effective antiretroviral therapy, stigma reduction and strong infection prevention measures, countries have reversed the trend.
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Cure or curse?
— 2026-05-01
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Societies with strict norms usually don`t support reintegration, enhancing the risk of relapse into extremism.They may reject former militants because of the stigma linked to VE.
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Fighting radicalism
— 2026-04-14
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They are likely to be mistreated by rescuers due to stigma and poor awareness.
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Autism and war
— 2026-04-02
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The social stigma attached to the affliction must be countered with campaigns about its causes and impact in schools and colleges.
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HIV emergency
— 2026-01-27
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That fatal decision, rooted in social pressure, stigma and misplaced notions of family honour, ended up costing her her life.
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No private matter
— 2026-01-21
Synonyms
blot,slur;smrich
Antonyms
award, credit, modesty
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